Dubai plans to launch self-driving electric vehicles ‘like train in a cycle lane’
Dubai on Tuesday announced plans to launch a network of autonomous electric vehicles linked to the Metro, with the project to help the long-term drive to tackle traffic congestion. The emirate’s Roads and Transport Authority said the Glydways system –…
AVATR expands UAE presence with new showroom and AVATR 07 launch
AVATR is strengthening its footprint in the UAE as demand for premium new-energy vehicles continues to accelerate, marked by a new flagship showroom, the upcoming launch of the AVATR 07, and a comprehensive aftersales ecosystem designed to support the brand’s…
Vinfast to launch 3 new EV models in 2026
Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast plans to launch three new models in 2026, including a a 7-seater multi purpose vehicle and double its showroom footprint in India and penetrate smaller cities. The 7-seater electric MPV targets both family and commercial…
Regeny EV Charging launches airport fast charging hub near DXB airport
Regeny EV Charging, a leading electric vehicle (EV) charging network operator in the UAE, has officially launched a major fast-charging hub at the Mövenpick Grand Hotel Al Bustan — strategically positioned near Dubai International Airport (DXB). Equipped with four state-of-the-art…
General Motors is rushing in with new models – and pricing options for all
General Motors will make a rush into the UAE and Gulf’s market for electric vehicles with a line-up that would cater to buyers’ preference for multiple price points. That means while there will be Cadillac’s first compact SUV EV in…
Samsung to Produce Silicon-Carbon EV Batteries for Enhanced Energy Density and Faster Charging Speeds
Samsung Will Produce Silicon-Carbon Batteries for EVs Samsung will start the production of silicon-carbon batteries with a technology that enhances energy density relative to traditional lithium-ion batteries. The first application of this new battery technology will be for electric vehicles…
KACST, Lucid launch first electric vehicle innovation centre in Mideast
King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST), the Kingdom’s national laboratory, and Lucid Group, the manufacturer of some of the world’s most advanced electric vehicles, have inaugurated the first Electric Vehicle Innovation Center in the Middle East, located in…
XPENG UAE expands presence with new flagship showroom in Abu Dhabi
XPENG UAE, represented by Ali & Sons, has officially opened its new flagship showroom in Abu Dhabi, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s expansion and coinciding with its first anniversary in the UAE. Located in Al Salam Tower, the…
Volkswagen Admits Rivian Tech Could Power Gas Cars As EV Strategy Wavers Post-Tax Credit
Volkswagen suggested Wednesday that technology developed through its $5.8 billion partnership with Rivian could eventually be used in internal combustion engine vehicles, marking a notable shift in messaging just six weeks after the federal EV tax credit expired and triggered…
Emarat unveils GCC’s first EV Service Center at ‘Al Buhaira’ station in Al Barsha
Emirates Petroleum Company PJSC (Emarat), a pioneer in the UAE’s oil and gas industry, has opened its 158th service station with the launch of “Al Buhaira” in Barsha South, expanding Emarat’s presence in New Dubai and introducing the region’s first…